How To Structure This Deal?

I am looking for ideas on how to structure a pre-foreclosure purchase that would work for both parties.



I have a very good friend out of state from me who I trust 110%. He is in the process of setting up a development company and is purchasing residential lots in an up and coming area that is experiencing appreciation and should continue to do so for a while to come.



We have talked about letting me purchase one of the first homes he builds to use as a rental. I would obviously purchase at a discount, so I should walk into the property with equity. I would like to try and do this deal with close to 100% financing if possible. (ficos 750-800) He would in turn have a home sold before he even breaks ground, a big plus for him. He would then manage the rental for me, seeing that he is located in the area. Being a new home, maintenance and up keep would be low for a while.



How can we structure this to work for both of us? I am not even quite sure what questions to ask. I guess I am looking to get pointed in the right direction. Not sure how much of a discount I should be looking for. What are the pros and cons?

What concerns should I have now that I am in the early stages?



Any ideas or input would be greatly appreciated.



It will be in the area of about $250,000.



Thanks to all in advance,



Don

Comments(3)

  • ttime9th June, 2006

    Should this have been posted on the residential side?

  • ttime10th June, 2006

    Thanks Chris for the reply.

    First, your right, I had a typo, I meant pre-constrution, I must have had forclosures on my mind when I postsd this.

    I am not sure what you mean by my friend having 100% equity. He will be using financing to build this particular home.

    I guess what I really need to know now is rental and vacancy rates for that area.

    Don

  • ypochris10th June, 2006

    Click the "Residential" button on the top left, click "Forums" and then go into the "Foreclosure Fourm". Read a year or so of posts and you will get enough advice to pose questions specific enough to encourage expert answers.

    Good Luck!

    Chris

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